1972 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior. (140 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1995 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
Model | Junior | Pantera |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |